Conflictlies at the core of innovation.

Glory is a poison that can only be taken in small doses.

Allmarried couples should learn the art of battle as they should learn the art ofmaking love. Good battle is objective and honest never vicious or cruel. Goodbattle is healthy and constructive, and brings to a marriage the principle ofequal partnership.

In oneof our concert grand pianos, 243 taut strings exert a pull of 40,000 poundson an iron frame. It is proof that out of great tension may come greatharmony.

There is no knowledge that is not power.

Philosophy begins in wonder. And, at the end, when philosophic thought has done its best, the wonder remains.

Ashes fly back into the face of him who throws them.

Science has promised us truth. It has never promised us either peace or happiness.

Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want totest a man's character, give him power.

Outside noisy, inside empty.

Keep things informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

Every man has enough power left to carry out that of whichhe is convinced.